Ohio University Now Offers Undergraduate And Master’s Programs In Asante Twi

Ohio University has launched undergraduate and master’s degree programs in Asante Twi, marking a significant advancement in promoting the Akan language and culture on a global academic platform.   These programs, collectively titled Study Akan, aim to position Asante Twi as a language of literature, history, and scholarly exploration, both within Ghana and internationally.  

The initiative seeks to provide students with linguistic proficiency while deepening their understanding of Akan traditions, oral literature, and cultural identity. Asante Twi, a widely spoken dialect in Ghana, serves as a dominant language of communication in the Ashanti Region and other Akan-speaking areas.  

According to the university’s Department of African Studies, the program is designed to equip students with critical language skills, fostering opportunities in diplomacy, academia, cultural preservation, and international research collaborations. The introduction of Asante Twi at the graduate level is expected to attract linguists, historians, and cultural researchers interested in Akan civilization and its contributions to African heritage.  

This move aligns with a broader initiative by global institutions to preserve and promote African languages as essential tools for academic discourse, cultural diplomacy, and identity reclamation. Ohio University’s program is anticipated to set a precedent for other universities to adopt indigenous African languages as formal fields of study.  

For more information about the “Study Akan” programs, prospective students and interested parties can visit Ohio University’s official website or contact the Department of African Studies directly.